What are the Benefits of Having a Carport?

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Jun 2013
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What are the Benefits of Having a Carport?

Did you know that the term carport was coined by Frank Lloyd Wright, the famous architect? He said that, unlike a horse, a car does not need a barn. A carport is similar to a garage, yet different in that it is usually an independent structure that lacks four walls.

Carports are useful because they protect cars from multiple damaging elements, including snow, rain, hail, and sun. Did you know that hail is often not covered by car insurance? If you have been parking your car outside, a metal carport is an advisable alternative. Although it is not quite as secure as a garage, it has better ventilation, and is also subject to fewer regulations than garages are. They are built out of hardy material that can withstand many conditions, and are made to be nonflammable.

Most carports are metal carports. Metal carports are usually built with slanted roofs, which allows precipitation runoff. Many people buying metal carport decide to buy metal building kits, which allows them to put up the carport themselves or with assistance, thereby saving on the cost of setup. Some people like to use their metal carports as steel buildings for other purposes. Sometimes carports can make for a nice outdoor picnic area.

Carports are often an economical choice for car storage, since carports are much cheaper than adding on a garage to a house. On average, they cost at least 50 percent less than a brick and mortar or wooden more traditional garage structure. They can also be set up in multiple locations. You can set it up next to your garage, attached to one side of your main building, or even on another part of your property.

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